Sr Tech Designer, BR/BRFS Men's Suiting & Suiting Bottoms

Gap Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 108,500 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off regular-priced merchandise

Extensive Paid Time Off

401(k) plan with company matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

Job summary

Gap Inc. in San Francisco is looking for a skilled Technical Designer to oversee design aesthetics and fit consistency across our apparel lines. In this role, you'll collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure high-quality garment construction while managing pattern development. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in the apparel retail sector and demonstrate proficiency in various design and merchandising practices. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Significant technical design experience with fabric and garment construction.
• Ability to assess complex situations and analyze data.
• Prior experience working in an apparel retail company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of pattern blocks for optimal fit.
• Manage tech pack development throughout line creation.
• Provide guidance on vendor readiness and fit empowerment.

Skills

Technical design experience

Fabric and garment construction

Pattern/block development

Data analysis and judgment

Job description

About Gap Inc.

At Gap Inc., we create culture as much as we create clothes. Our ambition is to become a high-performing house of iconic American brands that shape culture. Our portfolio—Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta—each brings a distinct point of view to how we show up in the world and serve our customers. Old Navy democratizes style with quality and value for all. Gap champions originality through essential pieces that celebrate individuality. Banana Republic is rooted in a spirit of discovery, creating modern pieces inspired by craftsmanship and travel. Athleta champions the Power of She through confidence, strength, and movement. We’re driven by a shared purpose: to bridge gaps—between people, perspectives, and possibilities—to create a better world. We’re building a team that performs at a high level—people who think boldly, take ownership, and turn ideas into impact. If you’re ready to learn fast and help shape what’s next, you’ll fit right in.

The Role

In this role, you will be accountable for maintaining and executing design aesthetics through consistent fit and construction, that aligns to our customers\' needs. You will be a strong collaborator and influencer with cross-functional partners and vendors, and be able to translate design concepts into specifications for costing and first prototypes, by leveraging fit camps and maintaining overall customer fit consistency. You will be responsible for providing direction to global sourcing teams to expand vendor capabilities and troubleshoot fit issues, as needed.

What You\'ll Do

• Oversee the development of pattern blocks to achieve optimal and consistent fit
• Manage the development and maintenance of tech packs throughout the line creation process
• Provide guidance and recommendations on vendor readiness and fit empowerment
• Responsible for quality of services and advice in meeting business partner needs
• Responsible for end results of team and shares responsibility over resources, budget and adherence to policies

Who You Are

• Significant technical design experience with fabric and garment construction, pattern/blocks and manufacturing processes
• Establish and maintain an effective industry network, regularly benchmarking and actively participating in industry association working committees
• Demonstrate a sound understanding of design, merchandising, and product development priorities
• Prior experience working in an apparel retail company
• Ability to assess relatively complex situations and analyze data to make judgments and recommend solutions

Benefits at Gap Inc.

• Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
• One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
• Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
• Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• See more of the benefits we offer.
• For eligible employees

Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World\'s Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.

Salary Range: $108,500 - $141,000 USD

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.